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CITY OF DESOTO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

SOLICITATION NUMBER: RFQ-2024-017

DUE DATE: June 7, 2024 at 12:00 PM

BID TITLE:
PROFESSIONAL AUDIT SERVICES

The City of DeSoto, Texas is accepting sealed qualifications for Professional Audit Services

Sealed qualifications will be received and time stamped at the Action Center located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road, DeSoto, TX 75115 until 12:00 P.M. on June 7, 2024. Any qualifications received after 12:00 P.M. on June 7, 2024, regardless of the mode of delivery, shall be returned unopened.

Solicitation and other qualification documents can be downloaded from www.publicpurchase.com or requested from the Purchasing Division via email BRidings@desototexas.gov. The City is not responsible for any vendor’s cost associated with the preparation of qualification documents.

The City of DeSoto reserves the right to reject any or all qualifications, in whole or part, to waive any informality in any qualification or accept qualifications which, in its discretion, is in the best interest of the City of DeSoto.

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The city of DeSoto finally has its own Chick-fil-A brought to you by a DeSoto native, James Pruitt.

Pruitt, a business leader in the community spoke to the DeSoto Tribune about what it means to him and to city to have the popular franchise break ground in the city.

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Across the country and in North Texas, communities are coming together to pay tribute to fallen police officers, recognizing their dedication and sacrifice in serving and protecting their communities.

Among these communities, DeSoto stands out as it held a solemn Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony in front of its police station.

The ceremony, organized by the DeSoto Police Department, serves as a reminder of the bravery and selflessness exhibited by law enforcement officers.

With reverence and respect, city leaders, community members, and fellow officers gathered to honor the memories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

“In the performance of their duties, there were 136 law enforcement officer fatalities in 2023 with Texas losing roughly 11 officers,” said DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor.

As the sun cast its warm glow over the gathering, officers from the department stood at attention, setting a somber tone for the ceremony.

“We gather together today to honor and pay tribute to those officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities,” said Assistant Chief Jesionek speaking to onlookers.

“But before fulfilling our somber purpose here today, please allow for the presence of hope as the number of officer line of duty deaths decreased by 39% from 2022 to 2023 and for the first time since 2019, COVID-19 was not the leading cause of on-duty death.”

As Mayor Proctor looked upon the Table of Honor, Assistant Chief Jesionek described the items on the table representing a fellow fallen officer and what they left behind.

Each item is read aloud, accompanied by a moment where the solemn notes of bagpipes fill the air, followed by a 21-gun salute to honor those who fell in the line of duty.

In DeSoto, across North Texas, and the country, the Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony serves as a powerful testament to the valor and sacrifice of fallen police officers.

Video of the ceremony can be viewed on the City of DeSoto’s Facebook page.

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The City of DeSoto paid homage Wednesday morning to the nation’s fallen peace officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. More than 70 officers, officials, and residents turned out for the event which included words of support and profound gratitude.

DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor and several members of the DeSoto City Council were on hand to honor the fallen. The Mayor read a proclamation pointing out that “In the performance of their duties there were 136 law enforcement officer fatalities in 2023 with Texas losing roughly 11 officers.”

While the death of even one peace officer is trag

In recognition of excellence and exemplary work in the classroom, the DeSoto Independent School District has recognized multiple educators as the 2024 Campus Teachers of the Year.

Their unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to student achievement have earned them well-deserved recognition within the educational community.

From the Early Childhood level to High School, these exceptional teachers exemplify the highest standards of teaching excellence at their respective campuses.

Their passion for education shines through in their daily efforts, leaving an indelible mark on the DeSoto ISD community.

As they bask in the glow of this prestigious recognition, these educators are reminded that their tireless efforts do not go unnoticed.

They are not just educators; they are architects of the future, shaping the minds and hearts of tomorrow’s leaders.

As these teachers earn the district’s overall Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year honors, these educators carry with them the admiration and respect of their peers and students alike.

Their continued success serves as a testament to their outstanding contributions to the field of education.

The 2024 Campus Teachers of the Year names and schools are listed as follows:

Early Childhood:

• Tiffany Moline, Amber Terrace Early Childhood Learning Center

Elementary:

• Janice Washington, Cockrell Hill Elementary School
• Irene Chaney-Babino, The Meadows Elementary School
• Lauren Stewart, Frank D. Moates Elementary School
• Monay Freeman, Woodridge Fine Arts Elementary

Specialized Learning (K-8):

• Lakesha Jackson, Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy
• Shandreneka Perkins, Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy

Middle School:

• Ashley Simpson, DeSoto West Middle School
• Mary Moore, Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School

High School:

• Nikena Madison, DeSoto High School

General (K-12):

• Brent Taylor, DeSoto Alternative Education Program

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